Sun Nov 17 01:24:32 IST 2024: ## Nayanthara Accuses Dhanush of Sabotaging Her Netflix Documentary
**Chennai, India** – Actress Nayanthara has publicly accused actor Dhanush of deliberately delaying the release of her Netflix documentary, “Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale,” for two years by refusing permission to use music and footage from their film *Naanum Rowdydhaan*. In an open letter addressed to Dhanush, Nayanthara detailed her frustrations, claiming the refusal was a personal vendetta rather than a legitimate copyright issue.
The documentary, chronicling Nayanthara’s life and marriage to director Vignesh Shivan, was initially slated for release but faced significant delays. Nayanthara alleges that Dhanush’s team demanded a ₹10 crore (approximately $1.2 million USD) compensation for the use of *Naanum Rowdydhaan* materials. This, she contends, is despite securing permissions from numerous other producers for various scenes in the documentary.
Nayanthara’s letter expressed disappointment over Dhanush’s actions, highlighting her own struggles in the industry and contrasting Dhanush’s response with the cooperation she received from other filmmakers. She further criticized the legal notice issued for a mere 3-second clip already available online, calling it “low-grade” and driven by personal animosity.
Shivan, initially supporting his wife’s statement with a post on Instagram which included a video of Dhanush, later removed it due to online backlash from Dhanush’s fans. His original caption expressed hope that Dhanush’s fans would understand and find happiness.
Nayanthara’s letter concludes with a plea for Dhanush to reconsider his actions, stating that she and her team are prepared to address the legal aspects but hopes for a more amicable resolution. The incident highlights the intense dynamics within the Tamil film industry and underscores the personal toll of professional disputes.
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